How to Find a Trucking Accident Attorney

While all automobile accidents pose the risk of serious injury, accidents involving commercial trucks are particularly devastating if not catastrophic. On average, a full loaded commercial trick, such as a dump truck or big-rig, weighs at least 25 times more than a typical passenger vehicle. Due to this disparity in sheer weight and size, the majority of accidents between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles result in serious, often fatal, injuries.

Unfortunately, fatal truck accidents have become increasingly common. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, fatal truck accidents occur nearly 11 times everyday on average, killing approximately 4,000 people each year. On top of which over 130,000 people are injured in trucking accidents each year. This is a 20% increase over the course of the last two decades.

If you are the victim of a trucking accident, you may be experiencing a range of emotions, however, it’s imperative to know your rights. While it may be tempting to settle with commercial driver’s insurance company, it’s best seek the counsel of an experienced trucking accident attorney.

Personal injury lawyers fall into a wide category of personal injury law, with some specializing in certain areas of personal injury. for example, some may focus strictly on medical malpractice while others choose to focus on automobile accidents. Choosing an attorney, such as a trucking accident attorney, who has expertise in this arena is beneficial for your case.

Finding an attorney to handle your case doesn’t have to be difficult or time consuming. While you may be focused on recovering from your physical and mental injuries following a trucking accident, it’s important to take the time to retain the counsel of a truck injury attorney.

Lawyers often advertising on television, however, this tells you very little about the attorney’s reputation. If possible, get personal recommendations from people you know and trust, such as family, friends, or coworkers. They may have personal experience with a trucking accident attorney in your area, or may know someone who does. This will provide you with a great amount of insight as to how the lawyer operates. Also, be sure to run an online search, paying close attention to former or current client reviews.

It may also be beneficial to cross reference your list of possible attorneys with your state bar association. This will allow you to see if the attorney in question is in good standing, and if they have had any previous complaints filed against them.

During this process, be sure to write down any questions or concerns you may have, and bring these to your initial consultation. The meeting will allow you to discuss the nature of your case, and is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the attorney.

Last but not least, listen to your intuition. If at any time something feels off, or if you feel uncomfortable, it is best to seek counsel elsewhere.

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